I’m usually very hyped and ready to get back to work after I spend even a few days away from the office. It’s the bittersweet feeling of “does this trip really have to end?” mixed with “i have so many new ideas!” that gives a 2 week vacation so much importance to me.
This time around, however, I’m not feeling as much of the latter emotion.
I don’t think it’s because of my work. I actually believe it’s a blend of the uninterrupted time I got to spend with my kids and the incredible experience we had in the Banff, Canada area. Both of those things truly made for a life-changing magical experience that I never wanted to end.
That said, this short week is dragging a bit for me. I’m a bit confused that I’m not super pumped, but also a bit sad that I’m not with my family.
Don’t fret, however. I’m writing this because I genuinely believe post-vacation blues is a real thing that travelers constantly deal with. This is just my first bout with it so I’m not used to it.
Like everything else in life, this will pass. I’m sure I’ll be back to my normal relentless working self by the start of next week.